New Picture Books to Highlight

Moo! by David LaRochelle, is a one word book. I love this book because you can have a lot of fun with it as you read it out loud. One word, but many meanings and expressions!

When Cow gets her hooves on the farmer’s car, she takes it for a wild ride through the country. Moooo! But a bump in the road brings this joy ride to a troublesome end. Moo-moo. . . Has Cow learned her lesson about living life in the fast lane? Moo?
Like Banana! by Ed Vere, it really makes for a fun "read".

 

I am such a sucker for a sweet, loving picture book. The kind of book that makes you go "awwwww". I am a fan of Sam McBratney's books. They are very tender stories with warmth conveyed in the illustrations always (even though there are different illustrators!).
In this story, Little Hansie Bear loves to pretend, but walking like a duck can be hazardous, especially when he falls into a deep- down ditch and has to be helped out by his dad. With a "There, there" and a hug, Hansie is soon off to play again. So when Dad hurts his foot, Hansie knows just what to do — a "There, there," a big hug, and everything is all right again.

How do you hide an elephant?!?In this story, three siblings come upon an elephant named Phil and decide to bring him home. "Our parents will love Phil!" they cry out excitedly. Until it dawns on them: "Uh, oh . . ." No they won't! Hiding Phil by Eric Barclay is adorable!

The Silver Button by Bob Graham is a book to savor. It captures a moment in time across a city. We are so immersed in our own lives always and we forget there is a whole world out there living and breathing right now, too. I was captivated by the premise and his beautiful illustrations.

From an ordinary scene of an apartment strewn with child’s artwork and toys to a bird’s-eye view of a city morning pulsing with life, Bob Graham celebrates a whole world-vision in a single moment, encouraging readers to stop, observe, and savor the world around them.

 

How can you not love Will Hillenbrand's work? Here is a new book, "Off We Go! A Bear and Mole Story".

In the third endearing Bear and Mole adventure, Bear helps his friend learn to ride a bike without training wheels. But even with Bear's support, Mole grows frustrated and wants to give up. Gentle Bear tells Mole, "I think you can," and Mole summons all his strength to make his first bike ride a success.

 

Good Night, Mouse! by Jed Henry. It’s time for bed, but Mouse is wide awake. If a forest full of friends who curl and cuddle, drift and snuggle, can’t lull poor Mouse to sleep, what will help Mouse say good night? Love the charming artwork!